We'll be there the last week of May and first week of June.
I'm thinking we arrive at 9:00am, checking in/storing our bags. Getting a bus tour and, depending on jet lag, I might sleep while my husband takes in the sites.
I really want to go to Campo dei Fiori Market after that and just chill. We can pick up some food for next couple of days and, I think, wander to the Pantheon that afternoon/evening before heading back to the hotel.
Trying to avoid Vatican City on Sunday and planning that on Monday. Though, sadly, the Pope won't be in town, I still think the crowds will be a little more overwhelming on a Sunday.
So maybe Sunday we'll head towards Spanish Steps and Borghese Museum...
Long story, but my husband's company is paying for this trip, so we're staying in a pretty decent area...in between Spanish Steps and Trevi fountain. So, I think we're in the huge tourist district of Rome where we're a block or two from the really expensive shopping. Sooooo, trying to avoid that.
Interestingly, I was planning on hanging out on the beach at Pantelleria while there. Crazy - volcanic island but not like Hawaii - no beaches. If you want to swim in ocean you got out on a boat to dive/snorkel or you swim from black rocks.
Anyway - thanks so much! I still remember your earlier counsel re: secondodo? Meaning, customary in Italian restaurants to eat 2 courses whatever they are.
Any other tips, from you or anyone, please let me know!
